The shapes, colours and patterns of my award-winning ceramics, inspired by Mid-Century Modern, are designed to give pleasure to the user and to enhance the contemporary home.

They are made by hand, using traditional craft techniques, applied with care to produce a refined finish, but with the natural variation and individuality of hand-made pottery.

Shapes are thrown on the wheel, handles are extruded through specially made dies and are carefully applied by hand. Glazes are formulated to be food-safe and craze-free. Everything is microwave and dishwasher proof.

Tableware challenges me to make pottery that is both beautiful and practical. I am interested in the place where art and manufacture meet and I subscribe to the ideal of Charles and Ray Eames of getting the best to the greatest number of people for the least.

Arabesque is a simple, swirling design inspired by Arabic calligraphy.

Many influences combine in my work, including old maiolica, 1950s textiles, British studio ceramics and the best of Stoke-on-Trent tableware. I like travelling and I'm always on the lookout for new ideas in the museums and potteries I visit.

I trained on the Harrow BA Ceramics course and at the Rodmell Pottery. I am a trustee of the Society of Designer Craftsmen. My studio is in St Albans, Hertfordshire.